Hundreds of similar lawsuits have been filed against drug manufacturers and distributors. In the course of the investigation, Stenehjem said he concluded that Purdue Pharma is in large part responsible for fueling the opioid epidemic.

The NC attorney general also said Purdue used deceptive marketing techniques, including targeting vulnerable patients like veterans and seniors.

"Since the release of OxyContin, Purdue has engaged in an extensive, well-crafted and highly targeted deceptive marketing campaign to spread false and misleading messages to health care professionals and patients in Nevada".

The drug manufacturer denied the lawsuits' allegations and said it is disappointed that after months of good faith negotiations working toward a meaningful resolution to help the state of Tennessee address the opioid crisis, the attorney general has unilaterally chose to pursue a costly and protracted litigation process.

The company also repeatedly claimed its opioid products did not have maximum dosage limits, even after doctors raised concerns, saying limits are dependent on side-effects experienced by the patient, the lawsuit alleges. "Purdue crossed the line, and I intend to hold them accountable".

Lawsuits already have been filed by 16 other US states, Puerto Rico and New York City against the privately held company.

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